1999 Opel Omega vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Monza would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (311 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1977 Opel Monza. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 905 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Omega (459 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Omega | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Omega | Monza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
